Iran must be prepared for more attacks, its head of judiciary says

• Iran’s judiciary chief says country must be ready for possible further US strikes.
• Tehran vows response after US seizure of Iranian-flagged vessel in Gulf of Oman.

Iran’s head of judiciary has warned that the country must maintain full readiness for potential new attacks, amid escalating tensions with the United States over military activity and maritime incidents.

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Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei said Tehran must “maintain 100% readiness” in case Washington launches further strikes, according to remarks published by Iranian state-affiliated media Fars News Agency.

He said there is a “strong possibility” of additional attacks, arguing that the United States has not achieved its military objectives despite what he described as the killing of several senior Iranian officials.

Claims of continued escalation

In his comments, Ejei suggested the conflict is not de-escalating and warned that Iran’s security posture must remain at maximum alert.

He also accused the US of escalating hostilities through maritime operations, referring to the seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman on Sunday.

“The naval blockade that they are talking about is undoubtedly a clear violation, and the Islamic Republic will definitely respond,” Ejei said, according to the same report.

Maritime tensions in focus

The incident involving the vessel has further intensified already high tensions between Tehran and Washington, with Iran describing the move as a breach of ceasefire understandings.

Iranian officials have repeatedly framed US naval activity in the region as part of a broader pressure campaign, while Washington has not publicly detailed its position on the specific ship seizure.

Rising regional pressure

The warnings come as tensions also remain elevated across multiple flashpoints in the region, including disputed maritime routes and broader military posturing in the Middle East.

Iranian officials have increasingly signaled readiness for confrontation while also maintaining that diplomatic channels remain open under certain conditions.